October 17, 2025 — Cluster Research Using the FAN Principle (2025 Reisinger Lecture)
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17 October 2025
10:45 am (Mountain) (12:45 pm Eastern)
When records are scarce—or names are all too common—cluster research can be the key to unlocking your genealogical puzzles. By examining the people who surrounded your ancestor—the friends, associates, and neighbors—you can separate individuals with the same name, untangle multiple families in one place, and uncover biographical details you might otherwise miss. Join us to explore practical strategies and real-world examples that show how powerful the FAN principle can be.
This class is presented live at the Family History Library in Salt Lake City as part of the Joy Reisinger Memorial Lecture Series and is being broadcasted by Legacy Family Tree Webinars.
Read about presenter Michelle Goodrum, CG
Michelle Goodrum, CG®, is a genealogical researcher and educator whose journey into family history began with a junior high project. When she uncovered ancestral roots stretching across countless regions, she was hooked. Michelle went on to earn her Certified Genealogist® credential from the Board for Certification of Genealogists in 2023. She teaches in Boston University’s Genealogical Certificate Program, where she is also a certificate holder. Additionally, she serves as a facilitator for BU’s Principles Course. Her commitment to genealogical education extends to her role as a Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy committee member. Michelle holds an undergraduate degree in Accounting from the University of Washington. She and her husband enjoy splitting their time between Mesa, Arizona, and Freeland, Washington.